What is My Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Case Worth in New York?
Suffering a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can bring overwhelming challenges, both physical and financial, that you will have to overcome for potentially the rest of your life. Determining the value of your TBI case in New York evaluates a variety of complex factors, such as any mounting medical bills, long-term rehabilitation and the costs associated with that, and ultimately, how the injury impacts your life. Each case is unique, and understanding the determining factors is crucial when navigating the legal process. At Denlea & Carton LLP, we understand the unique challenges our clients and their families face during these challenging times and we are dedicated to securing the compensation they deserve as they rebuild their lives.
Understanding the Severity of Traumatic Brain Injuries
Suffering from a traumatic brain injury is precisely that: traumatic. After suffering this injury, you can be left dealing with challenges that are not only physical, but emotional and financial as well. TBIs can affect your memory, ability to concentrate, mood, and mobility, making life’s most simple parts overwhelming. Seeking compensation for your TBI is important because it’s about building the necessary resources for tomorrow. It can help cover costly medical treatments, therapy, and lost wages while allowing you to focus on healing and recovery.
Common Causes of TBIs
Traumatic brain injuries usually happen unexpectedly, catching the victim and their families off guard and unprepared. These injuries are generally the result of a sudden or forceful impact, and they continue to lead to severe health problems that need immediate and continued medical care.
Some common causes of TBIs are:
If you or a loved one has suffered due to another’s negligence that led to a traumatic brain injury, seeking compensation can make a world of difference in managing the financial impact and setting up any future care for success.
Factors That Determine TBI Case Value
Every TBI accident is different, and the value of the case varies by the accident’s unique circumstances and its impact on your life. There are a variety of factors that your legal team will consider when it comes to seeking fair compensation.
- Medical Expenses (Current and Future)
- Seeking compensation for the medical expenses from the injury also includes any future medical needs. Determining the future financial burden is crucial when it comes to evaluating the value of your case.
- Lost Wages (Past and Future)
After a traumatic brain injury, you will likely be out of work while you rest and recover, but some injuries are severe enough that they could impact your potential to return to work at all. - Pain and Suffering
Some of the most debilitating injuries are the ones unseen. The pain and suffering of chronic pain, depression, and anxiety are common hardships for those who have suffered a TBI. - Long-Term Care
The lasting effects of a traumatic brain injury may be managed with ongoing medical treatment, rehabilitation, and assistant devices or in-home medical professionals. These needs create a significant financial burden for the victim and their families. - Disability
Whether the disability is temporary or permanent, it often limits a person’s ability to work, perform everyday tasks, or even maintain independence. These restrictions lead to a significant loss of income and a diminished quality of life that significantly impacts the value of your case.
How to Maximize Your TBI Case Value
Maximizing your case value is all about demonstrating the extent of your injuries and how far-reaching the impacts are on your life. Traumatic brain injuries are oftentimes invisible symptoms that can be hard to prove, but an experienced personal injury attorney will be able to gather critical evidence, work with expert witnesses, and ensure that all damages and suffering are fully calculated in the valuation of your claim.
Contact Our Experienced TBI Lawyers Today
At Denlea & Carton LLP, we provide expert guidance through the legal process, ensuring that every detail of your case is handled with compassion and precision. Contact us today so we can start working to secure the maximum compensation that you deserve for your family, recovery, and future.
